Heartburn Quiz: Know the Symptoms
- January 30, 2015
- Body, Eating Right, Featured Articles, Health & Well-Being
Heartburn? Maybe Not.
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Sixty million Americans experience heartburn at least once a month, according to the American College of Gastroenterology. But how do you know if your heartburn is actually a symptom of something more serious? Take our quiz to get an idea.
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If you are experiencing chronic reflux or heartburn and do not have a gastroenterologist, visit THPG.org/FindaDoc.
Physicians employed by Texas Health Physicians Group practice independently and are not employees of the hospital or Texas Health Resources.
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Question 1 of 6
1. Question
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of heartburn?
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“Just about everyone has occasional heartburn or regurgitation,” says Curtis Mosier, M.D., F.A.C.S., a surgeon at Mosier, Cobos and Chambers Surgical Group, a Texas Health Physicians Group practice, and on the medical staff at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton. “The definition of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is when troubling symptoms or complications occur from the chronic burning effect of the acid.”
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The correct answer is: Chronic regurgitation of bile
“Just about everyone has occasional heartburn or regurgitation,” says Curtis Mosier, M.D., F.A.C.S., a surgeon at Mosier, Cobos and Chambers Surgical Group, a Texas Health Physicians Group practice, and on the medical staff at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton. “The definition of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is when troubling symptoms or complications occur from the chronic burning effect of the acid.”
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Which of the following is a symptom of GERD rather than simple heartburn?
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“Chronic regurgitation of acid or bile can lead to inflammation or narrowing of the esophagus,” says Dr. Mosier. “This can make it more difficult to swallow, and the acid can cause hoarseness of voice as well as coughing.”
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The correct answer is: All of the above
“Chronic regurgitation of acid or bile can lead to inflammation or narrowing of the esophagus,” says Dr. Mosier. “This can make it more difficult to swallow, and the acid can cause hoarseness of voice as well as coughing.”
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True or false: If you experience heartburn symptoms more than twice a week, it could actually be GERD.
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“If you have chest pain on a regular basis, you should see your doctor and make sure it isn’t related to some other condition, such as heart or lung disease,” Dr. Mosier says. “Once you determine the cause isn’t your heart or lungs, you should consider a more in-depth consultation with your doctor about reflux.”
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The correct answer is: True
“If you have chest pain on a regular basis, you should see your doctor and make sure it isn’t related to some other condition, such as heart or lung disease,” Dr. Mosier says. “Once you determine the cause isn’t your heart or lungs, you should consider a more in-depth consultation with your doctor about reflux.”
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True or false: If you are taking medication for your heartburn, you shouldn’t be concerned if you experience pain or burning.
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If you are on over-the-counter or prescription medication for your heartburn and you are still experiencing pain, you should see your doctor — it could be a symptom of GERD or its accompanying complications.
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The correct answer is: False
If you are on over-the-counter or prescription medication for your heartburn and you are still experiencing pain, you should see your doctor — it could be a symptom of GERD or its accompanying complications.
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Question 5 of 6
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Which of the following are possible complications of untreated GERD?
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Regurgitation of bile into the back of the mouth can lead to dental problems and has also been linked to many types of esophageal cancer. Adenocarcinoma, specifically, is related to reflux.
In the elderly, this regurgitation can lead to aspiration and pneumonia and has been known to cause chronic lung damage.
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The correct answer is: All of the above
Regurgitation of bile into the back of the mouth can lead to dental problems and has also been linked to many types of esophageal cancer. Adenocarcinoma, specifically, is related to reflux.
In the elderly, this regurgitation can lead to aspiration and pneumonia and has been known to cause chronic lung damage.
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True or false: daily medication is the only treatment option for severe heartburn or GERD.
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“For simple heartburn, just treating it yourself is OK,” Dr. Mosier says. “Obviously, managing reflux with medication is optimal, but if other treatment plans are unsuccessful or if you have significant complications, anti-reflux surgery is an option. It’s a minimally invasive and sometimes even outpatient procedure.”
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The correct answer is: False
“For simple heartburn, just treating it yourself is OK,” Dr. Mosier says. “Obviously, managing reflux with medication is optimal, but if other treatment plans are unsuccessful or if you have significant complications, anti-reflux surgery is an option. It’s a minimally invasive and sometimes even outpatient procedure.”